Black-Footed Ferret

Black-Footed Ferrets were once thought to be extinct, but in 1981, a very small population was rediscovered in Wyoming. Unfortunately, a disease was spread to them and by 1987, only 18 remained. Seven of those were bred and able to keep the species alive. Captive bred Black-Footed Ferrets have been reintroduced across North-America and in eight states, including Kansas. Now, more than 300 Black-footed ferrets live in the wild.